10 Movies That Predicted the Future (For Better or Worse)
Sometimes a movie or show gives a depiction or joke about the future that people watching it at the time of air just laugh off. Sometimes the film predicts the future in some way though, whether it just be a small Easter egg in the background or even a central part of the plot. With our world changing every day through technology and nature, which films can we look back on and pinpoint as prophets of our time?
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Do Yourself a Favor and Take Mixed Signals as a No
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If a person is interested in you romantically, they will MAKE TIME to reply to your texts (as if that’s so hard to do). If they can’t meet you on a certain day for a date, they will tell you the soonest possible alternative date and confirm it with you. They will call you back that day if they miss your call.
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The Ending of Full Metal Jacket, Explained
Stanley Kubrick’s searing 1987 Vietnam War epic Full Metal Jacket remains one of the most visceral depictions of the dehumanizing nature of armed combat.
Nowhere does Kubrick’s unique directorial perspective come through more vividly than in the film’s haunting finale.
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Putting Off Hard Conversations Does Not Make Them Easier
Every hard conversation you put off is a pebble in your shoe. Each day is a painful step that you tell yourself “Not yet, I can’t stop and deal with this right now. It’s too much trouble or pain to face this, I’ll get to it later.” How many pebbles are in your shoe now? How many times throughout your day do you wince as you feel the pebble and dread dealing with it? How heavy is that emotional burden?
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Whatever Happened To Actress Linda Fiorentino?
In the 1990s, Linda Fiorentino was on top of the world. She had starred in several major Hollywood films like Men in Black, The Last Seduction, and Dogma. With her sultry looks, raspy voice, and undeniable acting talent, Fiorentino was poised to become the next big leading lady. But then, she seemed to disappear from the public eye just as quickly as she had burst onto the scene.
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The man who took 40,000 ecstasy pills – The Face
A Look At All The Delicious Street Foods You Might Encounter On Your Travels Around The World – Ned Hardy
9 out of 10 pet owners agree that this is the best pet bowl for your dog. No more messes, no more kibble, crumbs or water puddles everywhere! – Amazon
Man drives away stolen car with police officer inside – Reddit
Here’s How to Lift a Car and Not Be Crushed – The Drive
Everyone Has Relationship Deal-Breakers. Here’s How to Identify Yours – Self
9-Year-Old Lived Alone For 2 Years, Fed Himself, And Kept Good Grades – Bored Panda
How to Be More Present in Your Daily Life – Life Hack
5 Life-Changing Levels of Not Giving a Fuck – Mark Manson
Trivia Question of the Day – Ned Hardy
Nifty gadget makes an old car a smart car. Gives you hands free calling and allows you to play music from your phone – Amazon
Check Mates: How Chess Saved My Mental Wellbeing – The Guardian
How to Stop Reliving an Embarrassing Moment – Life Hacker
Learning Is Supposed to Feel Uncomfortable – HBR
Why does AI being good at math matter? – Technology Review
The 7 Most Amazing Stunts….That Ended in Death – Linkiest
The Taste of Water, Explained by Water Sommeliers – VICE
20+ Girls Who Finally Embraced Their Non-Standard Noses and Are Really Happy Now – Bright Side
An 11-Step Guide To Reach Your Full Potential and Succeed in Life and Relationships – Knowledge For Men
The Dumping Grounds
The Most Traumatic Death Scene in Cinema History: Robocop’s Unforgettable Gore
The 1987 sci-fi action film Robocop contained one of the most gruesome and shocking death scenes in all of cinema history. The scene was so graphically violent that it has been seared into the memories of those who saw it, remaining disturbing even decades later.
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11 Useful Pieces Of Information That Will Help You On Your Travels Through Life
Water heaters have an anode rod that prevents the tank from corroding. If you replace it every few years, it will extend the life of your water heater from ~10 years to potentially 25+ years.
Water heaters use an anode rod to attract and remove sediments from the water being heated. An anode rod will corrode and deteriorate over time until it’s no longer capable of functioning and has to be replaced. This part literally sacrifices itself to keep the tank in optimal condition. That’s why it’s also referred to as a sacrificial anode. Without it, the water tank would start corroding from the inside out which would eventually result in a severe leak at the bottom.
After the anode rod deteriorates, the tank will begin corroding. This is the reason water heaters typically only last 5-15 years. If you replace the rod every few years (cheap and easy), it will extend the life of water heater by decades.
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